Author: Rhys Gregory

Community-based language initiatives and local Welsh language newspapers are some of the organisations receiving a share of almost £260,000 to help us all use more Cymraeg. The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, has announced new funding for 36 organisations, to help them continue their important work despite the rising cost of living. Mentrau Iaith, which provide activities and opportunities in Welsh to people in their local areas, will receive a one-off payment to provide an increase in salaries and running costs. The Mentrau support Welsh-speakers of all ages and abilities to use more Welsh. Papurau Bro are…

More than £28.5m has been paid to Welsh farms at the beginning of the Glastir 2022 payment window, Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has said. This means 85% of payments have been made which is an improvement on the number of payments achieved in comparison with last year. The payments made include claims for the Glastir Entry and Advanced, Commons, and Organic schemes. Farm businesses receiving the funding are key in contributing to Welsh Government aims including conserving and enhancing biodiversity and improving soil and water resources by taking action towards decarbonising agriculture in Wales. This is the second year…

Wales U20 head coach Bryon Hayward has named his squad for the opening game against Ireland in Friday’s opening round of the Six Nations in Colwyn Bay. (KO 7pm, S4C) The side will be led by Dragons back row Ryan Woodman who will provide the experience in a pack with will have seven new caps starting. The backline has three players returning from the U20 Summer Series squad which reached the final against South Africa in Italy – full back Cameron Winnett (Cardiff Rugby), winger Harri Houston (Ospreys) and fly half Dan Edwards. Ospreys winger Llien Morgan, Dragons midfielder Harri…

Various factors determine the success of your business, one of them being fleet management. Companies that focus on improving their fleet management reap multiple benefits from reduced overall costs, improved customer satisfaction, increased bottom line, happier employees, and much more. Yet despite the benefits that successful fleet management can provide, many modern-day organisations still need to update fleet management methods, with around 24% still using traditional methods like spreadsheets etc. To ensure your business makes the most out of its fleet management, we outline several improvements to make below: Outsource Your Fleet Management Organising a fleet of vehicles and their…

Outdoor games for adults are a fun and adventurous way to spend time with friends and family, exercise, and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to have a fun day out in the sun or host a backyard barbecue or garden party, these outdoor games for adults are sure to offer long-lasting enjoyment and unforgettable experiences. Cornhole Cornhole is a popular outdoor game that involves tossing beanbags into a hole in a raised platform. The platform is typically made of wood and measures 2 feet by 4 feet, with a 6-inch hole located 9 inches from the top. The…

A Welsh Community Bank has appointed a Development Manager for Powys as it expands its presence in the area. Andrew Davies joins the team at Smart Money Cymru Community Bank with a brief to promote its banking services, engage with the local community and expand membership in the county. He has wide-ranging experience across the Third Sector, much of it in financial services and the credit union movement. Smart Money Cymru has branches in Caerphilly, Tredegar, Blackwood, and recently merged with Brecon & District Credit Union giving it a presence in Powys, and the plan now is to increase its…

Putting your hazards on to thank a fellow driver, parking on the curb to leave more space for other drivers and warning other road users of upcoming speed traps are common courtesies that many drivers implement. However, a study by the car insurance team at Comparethemarket has found that common expressions of on-the-road politeness could leave drivers facing fines and penalty points. The research also reveals that many drivers are unaware that certain actions which are often perceived as good manners, are actually illegal. The driving courtesy that could land you a fine: Julie Daniels, motoring expert from Comparethemarket, shares…

The Raglan House office building on Cardiff Gate International Business Park is on the market, with an existing tenant taking a new 10 year lease on increased space in the building. The 23,787 sq ft modern detached three storey building sits on a site of approximately 1.1 acres and is arranged to suit multi occupation. Existing tenant BT Local Business Severnside – represented by Leading Edge Group UK Ltd – recently took over the entire 8,003 sq ft ground floor of Raglan House on a new 10 year lease, with the remaining two floors – each of 8,000  sq ft…

The theme for this year’s Swansea Conference has been announced: Supporting Local. This will be reflected throughout the conference, which attracts businesses, organisations and individuals from across the Swansea Bay City Region. The conference, which launched in 2019, will return to Swansea Arena on Wednesday March 29. It is expected to attract thousands of delegates and over 120 exhibitors. The event is aimed at businesses, campaigners, employers and anyone interested in Swansea’s future. The conference is run by 4theRegion, a membership alliance working to bring about positive change in Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. Debbie Green, CEO of…

Welcome in 2023 with a host of Welsh films for your cinema diary. Film Hub Wales has put together a selection of the most anticipated releases with Welsh connections, coming to a cinema near you this year. First up is Timestalker. Produced by Pembrokeshire born Vaughan Sivell, the film tells the story of a time-travelling hopeless romantic (Alice Lowe) as she deals with love, death and reincarnation. If biopics are more your thing, then look out for Y Sŵn from the Welsh creatives behind 2022 success Gwledd (Roger Williams and Lee Haven Jones), which tells the story of iconic politician Gwynfor…